Oracle DBA / Infrastructure Automation Engineer

BCforward; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking an Oracle DBA / Infrastructure Automation Engineer to join our team. You will design and implement Terraform modules and Ansible playbooks to deploy Oracle databases on DBaaS Exadata platforms, ensuring bank-grade standards and security controls.

The role requires strong scripting (Python/shell), production IaC experience, and deep knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL. This is a hybrid contract role with on-site work and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Expertise with Terraform and Ansible for database infrastructure automation.
• Experience implementing IAM, backup, patching, encryption, vaulting, and compliance controls through code.
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools and processes such as Jenkins, Horizon, XLR, CodePipeline, and GitHub/Bitbucket.
• Knowledge of RDBMS platforms including Oracle, MS SQL Server, and PostgreSQL, with SQL and PL/SQL skills.
• Proficiency in Python and shell scripting for automation and tooling.
• 7 years of experience with Terraform and Ansible in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Terraform modules for Oracle databases that meet bank standards, including IAM, backup, patching, MRF, data protection (DAR/DIT), cryptography, vaulting, and baseline compliance.
• Build Infrastructure as Code using Ansible playbooks and shell scripts to deploy Oracle Database on DBaaS Exadata platforms.
• Test modules in an engineering lab environment, identify defects, and collaborate with the team to resolve issues.
• Design end-to-end solutions for Oracle products via Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code.

Skills

Terraform

Ansible

IAM & security controls

CI/CD tooling

SQL & PL/SQL

Python & Shell scripting

Production IaC

Tools

Terraform

Jenkins

Horizon

XLR

CodePipeline

GitHub/Bitbucket

Ansible Tower

Job description

Job Title: Oracle DBA / Infrastructure Automation Engineer

Location: Plano, Texas or Charlotte, North Carolina (Hybrid, minimum 3 days onsite per week)

Duration: Contract – 11 months

Pay Range: $93.08/hr (W2)

Job ID: 411094

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking an Oracle DBA / Infrastructure Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Infrastructure as Code for Oracle databases using Terraform and Ansible and a proven ability to design, build, and validate compliant modules that meet bank standards and deploy at scale on DBaaS Exadata platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop Terraform modules for Oracle databases that meet bank standards, including IAM, backup, patching, MRF, data protection (DAR/DIT), cryptography, vaulting, and baseline compliance.

• Build Infrastructure as Code using Ansible playbooks and shell scripts to deploy Oracle Database on DBaaS Exadata platforms.

• Test modules in an engineering lab environment, identify defects, and collaborate with the team to resolve issues.

• Design end-to-end solutions for Oracle products via Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Expertise with Terraform and Ansible for database infrastructure automation.

• Experience implementing IAM, backup, patching, encryption, vaulting, and compliance controls through code.

• Proficiency with CI/CD tools and processes such as Jenkins, Horizon, XLR, CodePipeline, and GitHub/Bitbucket.

• Knowledge of RDBMS platforms including Oracle, MS SQL Server, and PostgreSQL, with SQL and PL/SQL skills.

• Proficiency in Python and shell scripting for automation and tooling.

• 7 years of experience with Terraform and Ansible in production environments.

Preferred Skills:

• 7 years of CI/CD experience with tools such as Horizon, Jenkins, and XLR.

• Experience with Ansible Tower, Git workflows, and code quality practices.

Other Details:

• Glider: Candidate ID Verification.

• Hybrid schedule requirement of a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.

• Hours per Day: 8. Labor Type: Technical.

• Productivity Software: Microsoft Office.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Opportunities for growth with global clients

• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people

• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.